December weather forecast
Pittsburg, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pittsburg, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.9°F (7.7°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Pittsburg encounters a steady low-temperature average of 33.3°F (0.7°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, in Pittsburg, Kentucky, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 39.29" (998mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Pittsburg, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pittsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 15.43" (392mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pittsburg, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pittsburg in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pittsburg, records 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Pittsburg?

The months with the highest humidity in Pittsburg are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Pittsburg?

In Pittsburg, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Pittsburg in December?

In Pittsburg, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pittsburg in December?

In Pittsburg, in December, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pittsburg?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pittsburg, Kentucky.

What is the average length of the day in December in Pittsburg?

The average day length in December in Pittsburg, Kentucky, is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pittsburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pittsburg, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pittsburg?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pittsburg?

The months with the lowest UV index in Pittsburg, Kentucky, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Pittsburg?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pittsburg is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average temperature in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average pressure in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average wind speed in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average humidity in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average rainfall in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average snowfall in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average UV index in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Pittsburg, KY

Average visibility in December - Pittsburg, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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